Answer: preparing

AnswerCrossword Clue
PREPARINGDefinition, part 2
PREPARINGSetting the stage
PREPARINGGetting ready
preparingCreated in advance; preplanned
preparingMake (someone) ready or able to do or deal with something
preparingMake (something) ready for use or consideration
preparing(in conventional harmony) Lead up to (a discord) by means of preparation
preparingPREPARE, to get ready
preparingMake oneself ready to do or deal with something
preparingMake (food or a meal) ready for cooking or eating
preparingMake (a chemical product) by a reaction or series of reactions
preparingBe willing to do something